From Manchester to Melbourne - new library cultural partnership
Chorlton Library has entered into a unique partnership with the City of Melbourne Libraries in Australia.
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Calling All Listeners: Central Library needs your Piccadilly Radio tapes!
Members of the public are being called on to help preserve the legacy of one of Manchester’s most iconic radio stations by sharing any home recordings of shows from its golden era.
Chorlton Library refurbishment completed
Chorlton Library celebrated the final chapter in its development as it marked the completion of work to phase two of its refurbishment unveiling new meeting rooms and a refreshed community garden at t
Manchester Central Library and Town Hall Extension to temporarily close for major ICT investment
Manchester Central Library, along with the Town Hall Extension, are closing temporarily in August for the replacement and upgrade of ICT networks and Wi-Fi systems.
Get ready to embark on an exciting digital journey with Wallace and Gromit and Vaughan Williams this summer
For two weeks in June, Manchester Libraries will be hosting state-of-the-art VR headsets and a feast of digital experiences for the public.
Manchester Libraries - winner of the Library of the Year Award
Manchester Libraries has won the 'Library of the Year' Award at the prestigious British Book Awards 2025 held at Grosvenor House London on Monday, 12th May.
Chorlton Library opens its doors after major renovation
Following a one-year transformation project, the crowds returned to the Grade II listed Chorlton Library on Saturday 5 April to celebrate the grand reopening of the main library building, and were sui
First images: Chorlton Library to reopen after year-long restoration
One of Manchester’s most historic libraries, Chorlton Library, is set to reopen its doors to the public and welcome visitors again following a year-long refurbishment.
90,000+ images on Manchester's new local image website
Manchester Libraries local image website has been revamped to offer an expanded and improved collection of historic and contemporary images of its people, streets and buildings.
Manchester Libraries launch brand new monthly podcast … Full Volume!
Manchester Libraries are launching an official podcast. Full Volume: The Manchester Libraries Podcast promises to take listeners behind the shelves of our city’s much-loved libraries.
New digital experience to launch in Manchester Libraries
Manchester Libraries is taking part in a new digital initiative which will bring exciting new digital experiences to library users this year.
Black British Book Festival to Return to Manchester
The Black British Book Festival is set to return to Manchester Central Library next year following a successful event at Manchester Central Library in September 2023.
Manchester Libraries twin with Ukraine Library
Manchester Libraries has been twinned with a Ukrainian library through a partnership programme set up to bring closer links with libraries in Ukraine.
The Generator hub expands to Ancoats, boosting support for local businesses
The Generator enterprise hub has opened a site at Royal Mills in Ancoats. It is the second to launch as part of a multi-site project to support early-stage business across Greater Manchester.
Piccadilly Radio archives turn digital with £99k National Lottery grant
Funding to preserve the archives of Piccadilly Radio, Manchester's long-standing and much-loved radio station, has been awarded to Manchester Central Library.
Lifelong library visitors celebrate 90th anniversary at Manchester Central Library
Many residents and visitors to Manchester Central Library have celebrated its 90th anniversary in a special commemoration.
The Summer Reading Challenge spotlights Marvellous Makers
A challenge to encourage children to read throughout the school summer holidays has made a welcome return to Manchester libraries.
The hunt for the Blue Peter Book Club Badge trail begins
Prepare to enter to a land of adventure with tangling twists and turns along the way as the Blue Peter Book Club trail is now open to discover.
Dazzling day at Manchester Central Library Blue Peter Book Club Live event
Books were at the heart of an exciting and fun-filled family event in Manchester Central Library today, Saturday 18 May as hundreds of families and children joined Blue Peter presenters, Abby, Joel, Shini, and Henry the Blue Peter dog to launch Blue Peter Book Club Live.
Take a walkthrough tour of Manchester Libraries online
Manchester library 3D virtual tours are now available online.
Manchester Central Library set to mark 10 years since historic reopening
One of Manchester’s most celebrated libraries will mark its 10th anniversary since it opened to the public.
Historic Chorlton Library refurbishment plans unveiled
Chorlton Library is about to undergo a major refurbishment that will see an enhanced library reopen to the public next year.
Package for Val campaign launches in libraries to fight city-wide period poverty on International Women’s Day
A campaign to tackle period poverty has launched across Manchester on International Women’s Day (8 March).
Celebrated authors visit Manchester to spread love of reading this World Book Day
Children across Manchester are being inspired by their favourite authors to read more this World Book Day (7 March).
Greater Manchester’s oldest surviving archive collection saved by Manchester City Council
Greater Manchester’s oldest surviving archive collection has been saved for posterity by Manchester City Council.
Ready, Set, Read: This year’s Summer Reading Challenge launched
The well-loved summer reading challenge returns to Manchester libraries this summer after being launched with school children in Central Library earlier this week
Manchester Central Library hosts Black British Book Festival event
Manchester has been unveiled as one of cities taking centre stage in a summer tour to celebrate the Black British Book Festival this year.
Residents encouraged to uncover the rich history of their local areas
From heritage walks and historical talks, there’s plenty of events happening in libraries across the city for Local and Community History Month.
Manchester Libraries PLUS survey opens
Adult library users from across the city are being urged to have their say in the Public Library User Survey (PLUS) that will start on the 13 February.